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Coming home from a Memorial Day parade today in my 32 I'm doing 70 mph, look down and see my volt meter pegged high. Within seconds my voltage...
Is there anyone in the Rochester, NY (or surrounding area) that can properly arc drum brake shoes to the drums? I am running the old manual...
My damn radiator rod bracket has begun to break off the tank again. This is the third time in about 5 years. Seems to break the same way all the...
These bearings are available on eBay for 10 buck each. They are: 1.375" OD 0.750 " ID Claim perfect fit for 1.5"x16 GA tubing, or 1.5"...
I know someone can tell me exactly what this cylinder shaped component is on my fuel pump. What does it do and do I need it? The pump will be...
I am finally replacing my Carter 4070 electric pump with my newly rebuilt AC Mechanical fuel pump on the Rocket. I want to keep the electric pump...
Anyone know where I can bring my Firestone Bias tires for truing in the Rochester NY area? The car gets to shaking at about 40 mph. Reducing...
No room for a 2 or 4 post lift, but need to work on underside of my car. Was looking at this Easy Access Lift by Backyard Buddy. Can lift up to...
I have these old doors and am curious to what car they came off of. There are two doors that have the lower corners rounded. They are both...
My 32 Radiator has developed a leak in the lower corner by the mounting tab. Last year was the first time I developed leaks in both lower...
Anyone know who sells a rebuild kit for my AC Fuel Pump? This is a combination vacuum/fuel pump from a 1957 371ci Rocket. Any suggestions would...
Man is my new Carter electric fuel pump loud and irritating. I mounted it on the inside of my frame rail with rubber isolators between the...
Ok in about a month it is going to be time to put the Rod away for the winter. This year I installed a newly rebuilt Rochester carb set and I...
Hi all, Getting new tires and am looking to get my 32's front end aligned, and make sure the axles are aligned properly. I am in the process of...
Anyone know where could I get a new or rebuilt Distibutor Vacuum Advance (Other than Fusick Automotive) for my 57 Olds 371ci?
Refurbed my carbs, mounted them, and fired them up tonight. The Rocket runs good and real strong but I can't seem to adjust my idle low enough....
I took this pic at a car show last summer. I am rebuilding my rochester 2G's now and like the looks of this fuel line setup but wanted to get...
OK guys, I scored a dome light off of ebay for 7 bucks that is in great shape. I thought it was a good deal. Just gotta rebuild the switch. It...
Last Sunday the wife and I were coming back from breakfast in the Deuce and as I was braking to make my last turn home. I heard a knock, felt my...
Gotta store my Deuce in the garage this New York winter next to my wife's car that will be dragging in road salt and water. Any of you out there...
I have a "57" Olds J2 with Rochester triples in my deuce. The motor idles very smooth, and comes off of idle smooth and still. As I slowly...
Good evening guys. In the process of resurrecting my 57 Rocket J2 motor I had a couple cylinders not poppin and the motor running a little rough....
I have attached pics of the 32 Ford project I have just finished. I have one more thing to do and that is engine cooling. The motor is a "57"...
I have a Temperature Sending Unit screwed into the head of my 371 Olds Rocket. This sending unit runs my Haneline temperature gauge. I am...
I have just finished building my "57" 371 Rocket powered Deuce. I have the factory Tri-Power Intake on it and there is a small exhaust port off...
Been riding Harley's for 30 years and am building my first Hot Rod. It's a 32 Ford hi-boy with a J2 Rocket. Workin' like hell on it to have it...
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